Africa
In Tunisia, Some Fear Violence Could Replace Political Process
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Saturday, February 09, 2013
The Two-Way
Knights Of Malta Celebrates 900th Anniversary At Vatican
February 9, 2013 Pilgrims and tourists who visit the Vatican Saturday will have a special treat, as the Knights of Malta march in procession to the tomb of St. Peter. The last of the great chivalrous orders is celebrating the 900th anniversary of its official recognition by Pope Paschal II.
Afghanistan
Afghanistan, Pakistan Seek A Fatwa Against Suicide Attacks
February 9, 2013 The Afghan and Pakistani governments have agreed to convene a conference of Muslim religious leaders to issue an Islamic decree banning suicide bombings. But they have yet to agree on the details, such as which leaders should attend.
The Salt
British Outrage Grows As Horsemeat Pops Up In More Foods
February 9, 2013 Food retailers are poring over piles of beef-based foods for hints of horse contamination. Aside from health concerns, why do Brits have so much beef with horsemeat?
Friday, February 08, 2013
Code Switch
Show Me The Money In Your Lunar New Year Envelope
February 8, 2013 Envelopes filled with money are traditionally given to children for the Lunar New Year in Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese and other Asian immigrant families. The married adults who usually give them out face a perennial question: How much money should I give?
It's All Politics
Death By Drone, And The Sliding Scale Of Presidential Power
February 8, 2013 The controversy over President Obama's targeted-killings-by-drone policy is a reminder that the default position of presidents in times of crisis is to side with national security over civil liberties. That instinct has been true throughout history, and has been acted on by liberal presidents and core conservatives.
The Salt
Chinese New Year: Dumplings, Rice Cakes And Long Life
February 8, 2013 Eating foods that symbolize wealth, longevity and fertility is key to the Chinese New Year, which begins this year with a New Year's Eve feast on Feb. 9. And, lucky for us, the northern Chinese tradition of making dumplings late at night has spread throughout the world.
Asia
Outside The Big City, A Harrowing Sexual Assault In Rural India
February 8, 2013 A gang rape case in India's capital has attracted international attention. But sexual assaults are a nationwide problem, and authorities are often dismissive of victims, particularly in rural areas. One woman tells her story.
